Pre-release Engineer (Broadband/networking domain)

Launch Your IT Career with Northstar Technologies At Northstar Technologies, we don’t just hire talent—we develop it. We’re looking for motivated problem-solvers who want to learn, grow, and build lasting careers in IT. If you bring curiosity, initiative, and the drive to take on challenges, we’ll provide the tools, training, and mentorship to help you succeed! Why Choose Northstar? We believe the best way to grow our company is to grow our people. That’s why every person starts with our hands-on, 3-month remote training program, designed to fast-track your skills with the guidance of team and access to enterprise-level equipment. What We Offer • Accelerated Learning:– In as little as 3 months (or faster, based on your pace). • Mentorship:Learn directly from experienced engineers committed to your growth. • Cutting Edge Tech: Train on modern, enterprise-grade infrastructure.. • Career Growth: Start at $22/hr with a clear path to raises and advancement. • Exciting Travel Opportunities : Gain valuable nationwide project experience, expand your professional network, and build skills in diverse environments. Work, travel, and explore! With 100% travel required, you’ll experience new cities and opportunities while your housing and relocation are fully covered. Comprehensive Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Paid PTO/Holidays. Who We’re Looking For Ideal candidates bring: • Problem-solving skills: You tackle challenges directly and seek new solutions. • A Willingness to Learn: You’re adaptable and eager to gain new skills. • A Team-Oriented Mindset: You value collaboration and open communication. • Attention to Detail: You’re organized and thorough. • Practical Thinking: You approach problems with an open mind and resourcefulness. Requirements: • Ability to pass a comprehensive background check (including criminal history) and drug screen. • 100% travel and relocation required (company provides housing and relocation support). • Flexibility to live and work in project cities for extended periods. • Authorization to work in the U.S. Ready to Move Forward? Send your resume to info@northstar-tek.com and start your journey with Northstar Technologies. We help businesses transform through technology, providing secure, agile, and cloud-ready IT infrastructure solutions. Our services range from strategy and consulting to design, implementation, and support.

DNI/Creative IT Solutions is providing all systems administration and network engineering skill sets for the US Army's global email systems for the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). Install, configure, administer and maintain currently supported and subsequent versions of network offerings within a commercial cloud tenant construct. Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP), The contractor shall ensure all documents and reports are written and formatted properly. Monitor tenant performance utilizing cloud based monitoring and alerting software. Ensures that all projects they are supporting have the latest updates on and that government leadership is tracking any priority efforts that are not expected to meet mission timelines. The contract should be prepared to participate in high level briefings for workload they are supporting. All contractor actions must be done in accordance with official government guidelines to maintain compliance with all government policies and process. The contractor shall deliver Quality Assurance and Service Level Management project reports using Government owned data to perform and provide weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual Quality Assurance (QA) reports. The contractor shall ensure projects follow government processes for assigning, categorizing, and documenting from start to completion. Maintain the current dashboard and implement necessary changes to report up to date metrics and analyses. The contractor shall have privileged access to a DISA information system, which shall have an ability and authority to control and change program files, and other users’ access to data. Evaluate and engineer highly available network solutions based upon customers’ requirements which are capable of meeting strict uptime requirements. Use the established change management process to provide changes in response to policies, security, or customer requests. Ensure compliance with Joint Task Force (JTF) directives for ports and protocols. Supported functions include but are not limited to installing, configuring, monitoring, operating, upgrading, patching, technical refresh, troubleshooting, deep packet inspection, network packet capture, quality assurance, and Return Material Authorization (RMA) network communications equipment. Ensure the migration and implementation efforts conform to the physical and logical infrastructure and security configurations (such as Access Control List (ACLs) and deny-by-default). Implementation and configurations of hardware or software devices and network functions to support new services and applications. Compliance with security controls, including, but not strictly limited to, providing confidentiality, integrity, and availability as well as government compliance with Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG), Zero Trust and Defense in depth. Interact/coordinate with service desks, technical staff and customers to resolve technical problems or provide information. Perform backups IAW applicable regulations, policies and guidance and ensure backup failures are properly addressed. Provide callback and after-hours support. Work non-prime shift Requirements 5+ years of network engineering experience An active Secret security clearance is REQUIRED. Security+ certification is REQUIRED. Benefits This is a full time/permanent position with excellent benefits, and outstanding compensation including full medical, dental, 401K vacation and holiday pay. AAP/EEO Statement:  DNI complies with all federal, state and local laws designed to protect employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.  Other Duties:  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Job Listing: Electrical Systems Installer for Custom Camper Van Builds (Ventura) Camper Van Conversion Company Seeking Electrical Systems Installer (Ventura) Atlas Vans Compensation: $25–$35/hour depending on experience, plus project bonuses Employment Type: Full-time or part-time (flexible) Experience Level: Mid- to senior-level Job Title: Electrical Systems Installer Join Our Team: Skilled Electrical Systems Installers Wanted at Atlas Vans in Ventura, CA! Atlas Vans, a fast-growing van conversion company in Ventura, California, is hiring a skilled mid- to high-level Electrical Systems Installer. We’re seeking mechanically inclined professionals with a strong background in 12V/110V electrical systems who take pride in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality work for custom camper van builds. Help us power adventure-ready vans with off-grid systems that wow our clients! Key Responsibilities: Install and wire electrical components for camper van conversions, including lithium, solar panels, inverters, charge controllers, and LED lighting. Run clean, secure wiring harnesses for appliances, USB ports, and monitoring systems, ensuring code-compliant setups (e.g., ABYC/NEC basics). Test and troubleshoot circuits using multimeters and load simulators to guarantee safety and performance. Collaborate with carpenters and fabricators to integrate electrical systems into cabinetry, walls, and roofs with precision and minimal visual impact. Maintain inventory of electrical components and organize a clean, safe shop space. Document installations with photos and notes for client handoffs and warranties. Qualifications: Mid- to high-level experience in automotive, RV, or van electrical systems (2–5+ years preferred) with strong references. Proficiency with electrical tools (multimeters, crimpers, wire strippers, heat guns). Knowledge of 12V DC systems, AC inverters, and solar integrations; familiarity with brands like Victron, Renogy, or Battle Born a plus. Mechanically inclined with a focus on safe, high-quality craftsmanship. Organized, punctual, and detail-oriented with a team-player mindset. Upbeat attitude and passion for van life or off-grid systems. Valid driver’s license; ability to lift 50 lbs. Certifications (e.g., NABCEP solar, automotive electrical) preferred but not required. Schedule & Compensation: Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM at our Ventura location (flexible part-time options available). Pay: $25–$35/hour, based on experience, plus project bonuses. About Atlas Vans: We specialize in creating custom van conversions with outstanding craftsmanship, turning vans into adventure-ready homes on wheels. Learn more about our work at www.atlasvans.com. How to Apply: Send a brief introduction, your electrical experience, and why you’re a great fit for Atlas Vans, along with your resume and references, to sales@atlasvans.com. Bonus points for including photos of past installs or your favorite van electrical hack!

Day-to-day administration, monitoring, and maintenance related to routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, packet shapers, wireless systems, and circuits. Design, implement, and monitor network systems related to: Cisco network routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, WiFi systems, Circuits: WAN/MPLS, internet, replication, SIP, Network VPNs. Assure off-site disaster recovery environment is consistently available. Participate in disaster recovery testing as directed. Work with IT Security Team to select, implement, and maintain security-related systems and address related incidents/events. Conduct troubleshooting and repair tasks on network at a detailed level and by device. Identify and resolve recurring issues and mitigate reliability risks. Coordinate, plan, and/or execute multiple annual disaster recovery exercises. Adhere to established change management processes. Create and maintain operational procedures. Provide level 3 technical support and participate in team on-call rotation. Participate in capacity planning, ensuring that systems have the capacity to meet strategic business needs with few or no reliability issues. Work with 3rd-party vendors to procure hardware and software solutions, as well as addressing updates and issues after implementation. Provide assistance and mentoring to Network Infrastructure Administrators and other Network Infrastructure Engineers. Other duties may be assigned to meet ongoing business needs. Requirements A minimum of five years of experience working in networking as an engineer or administrator Must have hands-on experience with Cisco routers and switches as well as Cisco ACI and Cisco AnyConnect Must have experience with F5 Load Balancers, VPNs Experience supporting security initiatives and implementing security best practices in networking, to include VPNs and Cisco Firewalls Ability to maintain various network systems hardware and software technologies Scripting and automation experience in PowerShell Experience in single data center network with disaster recovery site Windows Server, Linux, and Mac OS system administration Solarwinds for network monitoring Wireshark Sniffer/packet capture tools SSH and Telnet client and terminal emulator programs Governance, Risk and Compliance assessments, PCI compliance, and audits Contracts, implementations, terminations, and maintenance of circuits from various providers Disaster recovery

Position Summary We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused IT Support Engineer to provide technical assistance and support for our organization’s IT systems, hardware, and software. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot issues, maintain infrastructure, and ensure smooth daily IT operations while delivering excellent service to internal users. Key Responsibilities Provide first- and second-level technical support for hardware, software, networks, and applications. Diagnose and resolve technical issues via phone, email, remote access, or in person. Install, configure, and maintain computer systems, laptops, printers, mobile devices, and other peripherals. Support and administer user accounts, permissions, and access rights in Active Directory, email, and other systems. Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot network connectivity, VPNs, Wi-Fi, and server environments. Escalate complex issues to senior IT staff or external vendors when necessary. Ensure proper documentation of issues, resolutions, and system configurations. Assist with IT projects such as system upgrades, software deployments, and security improvements. Enforce IT security protocols and support data backup and disaster recovery processes. Provide end-user training and create knowledge base articles to improve IT self-service. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). 2–4 years of experience in IT support, helpdesk, or systems administration. Strong knowledge of Windows and/or macOS operating systems, Microsoft 365, and common enterprise applications. Experience with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls). Familiarity with IT ticketing systems and remote support tools. Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and multitasking skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service mindset. Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft, or ITIL are a plus. Work Environment Full-time role with on-site support responsibilities (hybrid/remote options may be available depending on business needs). Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required for critical incidents or system maintenance. Job Type: Full-time License/Certification: CompTIA A+ (Required) CompTIA Network+ (Required) ITIL Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person

The U.S. Department of State (Department), Office of Inspector General (OIG) has a requirement for full-time Information Technology (IT) Management Networking and Security Services support. The purpose of the task order is to provide professional services personnel to provide quality, comprehensive IT support to the OIG in an effective and efficient manner with a vision to maintain effective and efficient IT operations commensurate with industry best practices, while ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of OIG data. Job Duties: Manages all components and aspects of OIGNet network, provides assistance and support as necessary for OpenNet and ClassNet networks Manages routing, switching and firewall infrastructure for on-premises, co-location site and cloud environments Supports existing and new implementations from an operational perspective Designs, implements and supports new network and datacenter solutions such as voiceover-IP, IPv6, datacenter switches and routing Monitors performance of network infrastructure and provides last tier troubleshooting support as necessary Monitors availability of all applications, systems and networks per established SLAs Monitors overall security posture of applications, systems and networks and takes immediate action to address identified issues Implements and/or uses IT security tools to monitor and protect OIGNet network and all associated assets Implements zero-trust network architecture concepts to always keep OIGNet network secure Works with lead network engineer and datacenter manager to set priorities for projects and tasks Guides junior engineers as necessary on topics related to OIG projects and tasks Participates in team meetings, collaborates with other team members and teams on projects and tasks Creates detailed network diagrams, as built, and standard operating procedure documents Uses OIG ticketing system to resolve problem tickets Interfaces with external entities such as IRM, other federal agencies and internet service providers to work on projects and troubleshooting efforts when necessary Supports all FISMA A&A and continuous monitoring efforts for on-premise and cloud environments Provides last tier support during normal business and after hours in critical network outage situations to provide quick resolution Requirements A bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science or related IT field and ten years of experience in support of Windows/Linux/Unix operating systems, Cisco networking equipment and systems integration for classified and unclassified networks. Experience in planning and executing systems engineering projects in support of system engineering life cycle development for classified and unclassified environments. Strong problem solving, leadership and project management skills. Proficiency with all aspects of Windows Server 2003, 2008 Active Directory Services. Understanding of the Border Gateway Routing Protocol (BGRP) and Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE). Knowledge of CISCO routers and switches and networking technologies. Experience with VPN encryption devices, such as Cisco routers, Cisco ASA’s and Nortel Connectivity. Ability to troubleshoot network connectivity issues and resolve problems related to outages. Ability to evaluate residing systems for network, system and security readiness as well as provide troubleshooting for application environment issues. Additional desired qualifications include: Eight years of experience with designing, installing and supporting routing, switching and firewall equipment Eight years of experience designing secure complex network solutions based upon requirements Eight years of experience working with Cisco, Juniper and Ciena switches Three years of experience with routing and switching protocols such as OSPF, BGP, HSRP, VRRP, spanning tree, various 802.1 protocols, trunking and traffic aggregation Three years of experience working with Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama Two years of experience working in Microsoft Azure cloud environment supporting and designing new solutions Two years of experience working directly with internet service providers Two years of experience with deploying or administering network configuration management solutions Three years for experience designing and implementing fault tolerant solutions to eliminate single points of failure and make networks as resilient as possible Experience supporting and managing enterprise wireless network solutions Experience supporting federal agency networks and datacenters Experience with implementing and using performance management and security management tools Good understanding of requirements for federal agencies network such as trusted internet connections (TIC 3.0), DHS Binding Operational Directives, OMB Memorandums etc. Knowledgeable about the zero trust networking technologies and hands-on experience with supporting solutions implementing this concept Experience working with and implementing IPv6 addressing and networking for the entire networks Familiarity with DHS CDM program implementation and/or support Strong knowledge and deep understanding of the OSI network stack and hands-on experience with layer 2 and 3 concepts Strong knowledge and deep understanding of network security concepts and implementation to protect federal networks Strong knowledge and deep understanding of protocols such as DNS, DHCP, HTTP, SMTP Understanding of and experience with ITIL, CMMI, and/or PMP processes and implementation. Other Duties:   Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.